Cypress Nook’s Hackbraten

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 diced onion

1 diced shallot

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 pounds ground pork

2 pounds ground beef

1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs

4 large eggs, whisked

1 tablespoon beef base

1 tablespoon Garden Seasoning Blend

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Caramelized onions, for serving, optional

Beef gravy, for serving, optional

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Using a large sauté pan over medium heat, heat the oil. Sauté the onions and shallots until translucent. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant. Remove from heat, cool and transfer to a large bowl.

2. Add remaining ingredients, season

with salt and pepper, to taste, mixing thoroughly until combined.

3. Form meat mixture into a loaf and place in loaf pan. Bake until cooked through, about 90 minutes. Allow to set 10 minutes before slicing. Serve topped with caramelized onions and beef gravy, if desired.

Makes 8 servings Nutrition information per 1 serving:

548 calories, 54% calories from fat, 33g fat, 11g saturated fat, 241mg cholesterol, 12g carbohydrates, 2g total sugar, 0g added sugar, 48g protein, 580mg sodium, 1g fiber